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R&D Destinations

10 Emerging R&D Centers in CEE in 2023

By Elena Ghinita 19 December 2023 3 mins read

In recent years, CEE has emerged as a magnet for technology and IT companies, hosting […]

Deep Tech

Unlocking the Language of DNA: The Role of Large Language Models in Genetics

By Antoanela Ionita 17 November 2023 6 mins read

Slovenian biotech company GenePlanet is a leading European provider of innovative healthcare and lifestyle solutions […]

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Growth through M&A: Guide for CEE Companies

By Etien Yovchev 21 September 2023 13 mins read

Explore how M&A can unlock growth for scaling CEE companies in The Recursive’s latest deep dive, featuring insights from BlackPeak Capital and the firm’s partner Angel Stefanov.

Biotechnology

50+ Biotech Startups in CEE You Should Know

By Snezhana Simeonova 31 July 2023 21 mins read

  The biotech industry is currently navigating a complex path, with established big pharma companies […]

Deals

Slovenian GenePlanet Scores a €20M Series B to Improve Lives with DNA Discovery

By Antoanela Ionita 13 July 2023 3 mins read

  GenePlanet, a Slovenian biotech company specializing in genetic testing solutions, has secured EUR 20 […]

Startups

Streamline Your Life: 20+ Notable All-in-One Apps From Central and Eastern Europe

By Snezhana Simeonova 14 June 2023 5 mins read

  In the fast-paced world of technology, Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries have witnessed […]

Gaming

A League of Their Own: 30+ Game Development Studios from the CEE

By Bojan Stojkovski 2 May 2023 12 mins read

The video game industry is one of the fastest-growing and most innovative sectors in the […]

Podcasts

Rediscovering the Balkans’ Promise With Tatjana Zabasù Mikuž from South Central Ventures

By The Recursive 12 April 2023 2 mins read

The next stop for The Recursive podcast is Belgrade, where we get to meet one […]

Events

Fundraising or Growing in 2023? These Are the Top CEE Tech Events Your Startup Shouldn’t Miss

By Eva Slonkova 9 February 2023 9 mins read

A month into 2023, the tech startup event calendar starts filling up. Whether you’re looking […]

Ecosystem

10+ Southeast European Startups That Are Fundraising in 2022

By Bojan Stojkovski 12 October 2022 5 mins read

While Southeast Europe might be a small region compared to the rest of the continent, […]

Future of Work

32 Best Cities for Digital Nomads in Central and Eastern Europe

By Lyubomira Velikova 16 September 2022 20 mins read

What are best cities for digital nomads in Central and Eastern Europe? With its diversity […]

Food Tech

Croatian-Slovenian Foodtech Juicefast Raises €750K to Fight Obesity

By Bojan Stojkovski 8 September 2022 2 mins read

 • Croatian-Slovenian foodtech startup Juicefast has raised €750K in a latest investment round  • €500K […]